MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA OF LOS ANGELES (Mental Health Association in Los Angeles County)

My name is Angel and I’m raising $5,000 for MHALA (Mental Health America of Los Angeles), a local nonprofit providing support, housing, advocacy, and community-based care for people facing mental health challenges in LA.

This cause is personal to me.

I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety in high school, and it’s been a long, ongoing journey to find stability, healing, and hope.

There were times I felt completely alone like no one saw me, even when I was trying my best to hold it together.

Times I didn’t know how to ask for help or felt too ashamed to.

Times I smiled through the pain because I didn’t want to burden anyone.

But the truth is: struggling with your mental health should never feel like something you have to do alone.

I’ve made it through a lot and I know there are so many others out there still fighting silently, still showing up even when it’s hard, still holding on.

For my birthday this year, instead of gifts, I’m asking my community to help me raise funds for an organization doing the work to make real care more accessible.

Whether it’s:

• Helping someone get off the streets and into supportive housing

• Providing therapy, case management, or crisis response

• Or simply reminding someone that they matter and that there’s hope

Your donation can be part of that.

Even $5 can make a difference.

And if you can’t donate, I’d be just as grateful if you shared this or sent a word of support.

We rise by lifting others and I believe we’re stronger when we do it together.

With love and gratitude,

Angel

Hi everyone!

My name is a Gabe,

I'm thrilled to share that I’m training for my very first half marathon, and it’s not just about crossing the finish line. This run is deeply personal for me—it's about raising awareness and funds for mental health support, a cause that has profoundly touched my life.

As I lace up my running shoes each day, I'm reminded of the battles we can't always see—the silent struggles of mental health that many face daily. I’ve experienced firsthand what it is like to deal with mental health issues and the importance of having access to mental health resources and support, and I want to make sure everyone can receive the help they need.

This half marathon is more than just a race for me; it’s a journey to make a meaningful impact. I invite you to join me on this journey. Your support can make a real difference in providing resources, counseling, and support for those who need it most.

Every donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to making a positive change. Together, we can ensure that no one has to face their mental health challenges alone.

Thank you for considering supporting this cause that means so much to me. Let’s make a difference together, one step at a time.

Warm regards,

Gabe

Hello, my name is Miguel Aguilar( Mr. Aguilar to my students) and I am an 8th grade English Teacher at Los Angeles Academy Middle School. This semester, my students have focused on trying to change the world by focusing on an important issue they believe deserves an immediate solution. I am sponsoring my student Diego by helping them create this GoFundMe. I will let Diego describe their goals:

My name is Diego A. and we are raising funds to support men's mental health initiatives that aim to provide education, resources, and safe spaces for men to discuss their mental well-being. Many men struggle in silence due to societal expectations and stigma surrounding mental health issues. Another reason is men suffer the weight of expectations of society, being a provider or just working in a inclosed area where anything can happen. This is making men fear, especially that now there are fewer safe areas. So help me by donating and saving men’s lives with the Mental Health America of Los Angeles!